Bar Manager - Social & Listening Room

At the Rimrock, we create more than luxury experiences, we create moments that move people. Guided by Wellness, Adventure, and Culture, our Heartists live and work in one of the most inspiring places on Earth, delivering hospitality with purpose and heart. Here, every day brings connection, growth, and unforgettable memories, on and off the clock.

Live boldly. Work with heart. Stay moved.

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Social is where energy, craft, and hospitality converge. From sunlit afternoons to vinyl-fueled nights in the hidden Listening Room, this is a space for hospitality professionals who thrive on curiosity, connection, and rhythm. 

 

The Bar Manager supports the Social General Manager in delivering the full bar vision, with a special focus on cocktail programs and the Listening Room experiences. You act as a barroom curator, guiding guests through thoughtfully crafted drinks, sensory experiences, and discovery-led service moments. This role balances operational responsibility with creative execution, ensuring every pour, playlist, and tableside ritual is intentional. 

Start Date: April 2026

Contract Type: Full-Time

Pay Rate: $55,000 - $62,000 per year, dependent on experience. 

Reports to: Bar General Manager

Key Responsibilities 

Operational Leadership 

• Assist with daily operations across the main bar, lounge, and Listening Room. 
• Lead cocktail service, from modern classics to wellness-forward creations and rare spirit experiences. 
• Maintain cellar and inventory organization, quality, and cost control. 
• Support scheduling, operational flow, and team engagement. 
• Model composure, craft, and attentive guest service on the floor. 

Experience & Storytelling 

• Own the execution and storytelling of the Listening Room experiences, including Dealer’s Choice, Rare Whisky Pairing, and Craft Your Own. 
• Collaborate on seasonal cocktail menus, batch programs, and special events. 
• Curate energy, rhythm, and atmosphere alongside the Social Manager, culinary team, and entertainment team. 
• Ensure consistency of tone: confident, curious, and intentional across all services. 

People Leadership & Development 

• Coach and develop bartenders and service staff in mixology techniques, tableside rituals, and storytelling. 
• Inspire commitment and high performance by enrolling buy-in rather than directing through authority. 
• Foster a culture of creativity, ownership, and emotional intelligence. 
• Act as a visible, composed leader during high-energy or high-pressure services. 

What You Bring 

• Strong cocktail knowledge with experience in modern, craft-forward programs. 

• Comfortable leading both fast-paced bar service and intimate, high-touch experiences. 

• Passion for hospitality rituals, storytelling, and guest discovery. 

• Skilled at building team confidence and inspiring creativity. 

• ProServe certification required. 

Bonus If You Bring 

• Experience with concept-driven spaces (speakeasy, Listening Room, secret menu). 

• Background in luxury hotels or high-volume destination nightlife. 

• Passion for developing beverage programs and experiential bar models. 

• Formal beverage, spirits, or leadership education. 

Who You Are 

You are socially confident, perceptive, and energetic, thriving in environments where energy shifts from day to night. You find purpose in shaping both the guest experience and the team behind it. 

You lead with clarity without being forceful, anticipate moments without over-directing, and motivate others through trust and example. Pressure sharpens your focus, not your tone. 

At Social, you don’t just assist operations, you help set the rhythm, guide the mood, and support moments that guests will remember long after the music fades. 

Lead with intention. Stay moved. 

Physical Demands 

• Continuous standing and walking throughout service periods. 

• Frequent bending, reaching, and lifting up to 11lbs (5kg); occasional lifting up to 22lbs (10kg). 

• Ability to work at a faster-than-average pace in a high-energy bar environment. 

Visa Requirements: Must be legally authorized to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization. 

Job Perks & Benefits: 

• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health, Orthodontics, Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirmation for full time permanent status employees after 3 months.  
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full time permanent status employees. 
• Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Accor properties world-wide. 
• Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program, exclusive room rates for colleagues, which includes 50% off all food & beverage when staying at Accor Hotels in Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler. 
• One complimentary buffet meal per shift in our staff cafeteria. 
• Subsidized shared Staff Accommodation. 

Apply Today: Whether you're just starting your journey or seeking your next adventure, we’d love to hear from you. Explore current opportunities and discover what it means to be a Heartist at www.rimrockcareers.com. 

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please reach out confidentially, at [email protected], and we’ll work with you to ensure your needs are met. 

At Rimrock Banff, we believe that diversity makes us stronger, and inclusion moves us forward. 

Our team is made up of individuals from across the globe, each bringing their own culture, perspective, and story. In a place as naturally diverse as Banff National Park, it’s only fitting that our workplace reflects the same richness. 

Whether you're on shift or in staff housing, we want every Heartist to feel seen, valued, and free to be fully themselves, regardless of race, culture, gender identity, religion, abilities, sexual orientation, or age. 

Inclusion isn't a box we check, it’s a value we live. And while we're proud of our progress, we know there's always more to learn, more ways to grow, and more voices to elevate. 

Together, we build a workplace where belonging isn’t just possible, it’s expected. 

Be you. Be bold. Stay moved. 

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